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Chopped Castaways, the most extreme evolution of Food Network's juggernaut Chopped, premieres Tuesday, May 12 at 9 p.m. ET/PT on Food Network and will be available to stream the following day on HBO Max(R). Hosted by Ted Allen, the eight-episode series strands 12 elite chefs on a remote island, where survival skills are just as critical as culinary talent. Battling the elements across two grueling cooking rounds each week, competitors must build a working kitchen from basic supplies, earn their signature Chopped ingredient baskets through intense physical challenges, and cook entirely over open fire. Culinary heavyweights Gabe Bertaccini, Maneet Chauhan and Marcus Samuelsson serve as judges throughout the arced competition, offering guidance while deciding who advances - and who is chopped. The season begins as a team competition before dissolving into an individual battle, raising the stakes as the chefs fight to outlast their rivals and claim the $100,000 grand prize. Only the most resilient, strategic, and adaptive chef will survive island life and the pressure of the competition. "Chopped is a series beloved by fans because it consistently delivers the high-stakes competition they crave," said Betsy Ayala, President, Food Network. "With Chopped Castaways, we take that familiar formula of ingenuity and creativity and push it to the next level, challenging some of the most talented and resourceful chefs to battle the elements and approach the baskets in ways we've never seen before - all for an epic $100,000 prize." Each episode opens with survival-driven physical challenges - such as archery, spearfishing, diving in the ocean and digging in the sand - to secure ingredients for round one. Get a sneak peek each week at some of the mystery basket ingredients, learn the judges' ultimate tips and tricks for mastering the Chopped kitchen and meet the new competitors at FoodNetwork.com/Chopped. Head to Food Network's social pages to hear daily chef confessionals, watch the judges hone their desert island survival skills and learn tips for using tropical ingredients. Fans can use #Chopped and #ChoppedCastaways to follow all the action. Chopped Castaways is produced by Notional LLC for Food Network. |
posted 4/7/2026 |
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Sony Pictures Entertainment is laying off hundreds of employees across its film studio, TV studios and corporate, as CEO Ravi Ahuja refocuses the entertainment company on certain core growth areas while pulling back in other places. A source describes the move as being about strategy, not cost-cutting. SPE, of course, is unique among the major Hollywood studios in that it has focused on creating original film and TV projects and selling them to networks and streamers, rather than trying to own a major streaming platform itself (Sony does own the anime platform Crunchyroll). SPE is said to be doubling down on that strategy, while leaning into its strength in anime and its sister company PlayStation, with video game-based intellectual property still somewhat underutilized. The company plans to expand its game show business (SPE produces Jeopardy! and Wheel of Fortune, among other formats), develop more content on free streaming platforms like YouTube (see the reboot of Reading Rainbow), and develop more owned IP from the likes of Peanuts (which SPE recently acquired) and PlayStation titles. “While the industry around us continues to evolve, we are uniquely well positioned for this moment,” Ahuja told staff in a memo Tuesday morning. “The demonstrated value of our independent television and film studios offers us the flexibility to move with the market — to partner broadly, match projects with the right platforms, and support our creative partners in bringing great stories to life. Furthermore, we are underpinned by strong franchises and brands. And our connectivity to the broader Sony Group ecosystem centers us for accelerated growth in anime and game IP adaptations. “This organizational shift is about reorienting to thrive in a changing industry,” he added. “By aligning our structure and resources more closely with our strategic priorities, we will move forward with greater clarity and momentum and be better equipped for innovation and resilience.” John Zaccario, President of Game Show Network, will transition out of his role later this summer after 18 years at the company. Zaccario’s exit stems from a consolidation move to bring GSN together with the studio’s game show production group under Suzanne Prete, President, Game Shows. Under Zaccario’s leadership, GSN grew into a top 10 cable network and a top five general entertainment network. The entire linear cable business has been steadily declining in the streaming era, which would explain why GSN — wholly owned by SPE since 2019 — is being folded into the studio’s game show portfolio. Zaccario will stay on to help with the transition. |
posted 4/2/2026 |
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Done Deal! And in Record Time! |
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SAG-AFTRA will resume its negotiations with the major studios on April 27, thanks to an early agreement with the Writers Guild of America. The performers’ union broke off talks with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers on March 15. The two sides had been at the table for five weeks at that point, and expected to resume bargaining in June, after the AMPTP talked to the WGA and the Directors Guild of America. But when the WGA reached a tentative deal on Saturday, nearly a month before its contract was set to expire, it created an unexpected opening in the AMPTP calendar. “SAG-AFTRA and the AMPTP will resume formal negotiations on Monday, April 27, and remain under a mutually agreed-upon media blackout,” the union and the studio group said in a joint statement on Monday. SAG-AFTRA and the AMPTP will now try to wrap up an agreement before the DGA comes in to talk to the studios on May 11. “The AMPTP has reached a tentative agreement with the WGA,” the studio group said in a statement. “We look forward to building on this progress as we continue working toward agreements that support long-term industry stability.” The early agreement marks a stark contrast from the last contract cycle, when the WGA went on strike for 148 days to secure improvements in streaming residuals, TV staffing minimums, and other terms. |
posted 4/7/2026 |
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"Wheel" Makes a Wish |
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Wheel of Fortune recently celebrated its 50th anniversary and is the longest-running syndicated game show in history. The iconic wheel, puzzle board and Vanna White turning letters are burned into pop culture like ghost images on a TV. This week, you can take a piece of the show home at a first-of-its-kind auction to benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation. Sets and props from game shows are ephemeral,” game show producer and collector Bob Boden tells Los Angeles. “They’re used for a season and then they get worn out or replaced or thrown away.” Very little survives from the big, flashy sets created by art and prop departments and Boden estimates there are maybe a dozen niche collectors nationwide, including himself. The Wheel auction features 25 items donated by the show to help fund wishes for critically ill children, including wedges of the Big Wheel, autographed items from celebrity guests and an original Bob Mackie-designed gown worn by Vanna White. “The shows see the value of connecting with their fans and doing the right thing in donating to charity,” Boden says. Die-hard fans of the show will want to bid on the VIP Wheel of Fortune Experience, which at press time was a steal at $620. For about the price of a TV you can spend the day on the Sony lot in Culver City, enjoy lunch in the executive dining room, meet-and-greet with host Ryan Seacrest and Vanna, watch the taping and solve your own custom-created puzzle. |
posted 4/7/2026 |
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Game Changer Achieves "Home Game" Status |
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For over seven seasons, Game Changer, the competition series from the indie comedy platform Dropout, has been amassing quite a following. The show, hosted by Sam Reich, even had a crossover of sortsOpens in a new tab with the ABC procedural series The Rookie. The basic premise of the show has the contestants left completely unaware of the rules, let alone the game’s premise, until the episode starts. And every episode features a brand new scenario, hence the title. And soon, fans will be able to bring this specific Game Changer brand of hilarious insanity home. On May 5, a Game Changer: Home Edition tabletop game is launching via Kickstarter. Fans have waited patiently for this one. And here’s the official description on the Kickstarter page for the Game Changer: Home Edition, the chaotic party game where the rules change with every round. Three games. One box. Infinite possibilities. Prepare yourself for a chaotic new party game, based on Dropout’s hit game show, where the only rule is that the rules keep changing. It seems Dropout is keeping most of the details of this new home version of Game Changer under wraps. But we expect it to be suitably chaotic. We imagine that as the months roll on, we’ll get more information once the Kickstarter campaign hits its goals. Game Changer began in 2019, as the brainchild of its host, comedian Sam Reich. Most of the contestants on the show have been comedians of one type or another, or folks adept at on-the-fly improv. These include Howie Mandel, Eric Warheim, and former RuPaul’s Drag Race stars like Bob the Drag Queen and Laganja Estranja. Even esteemed actor Giancarlo Esposito has appeared on the show. Here’s hoping the home edition is just as wild as the version on our screens all these years. If you want to bring Dropout’s Game Changer home, support the Kickstarter today. |
posted 4/7/2026 |
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"Gefragt - Gejagt" Hits 1000 |
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The ARD quiz show "Gefragt - Gejagt" will celebrate a significant anniversary in 2026, marking a milestone in German television with its 1,000th episode. The new season starts on May 18 at 6:00 PM and will be accompanied by an extensive special program celebrating the long-standing success story of the format. Host Alexander Bommes, who has been with the German adaptation of "The Chase" format since its debut in 2012, promises in a press release "a special anniversary season with many surprises": To celebrate the anniversary, various special formats are planned, including a radio week from June 1 to 5, during which hosts from ARD radio stations will compete against the quiz elite together with their audience. A central element of the celebrations will be the anniversary celebration week from July 20 to 23, during which Das Erste will broadcast double episodes daily starting at 6:00 PM. Additionally, the format will be presented in the summer with two XXL editions in prime time at 8:15 PM to give the occasion an appropriately grand setting. The team of chasers for the upcoming season will once again consist of proven talents such as Adriane Rickel, Annegret Schenkel, Dr. Manuel Hobiger, Sebastian Klussmann, Thomas Kinne, and Sebastian Jacoby. |
posted 4/7/2026 |
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C4 Latches Onto "Handcuffed" |
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Channel 4's hit experimental series Handcuffed: Last Pair Standing has reportedly been renewed for a second season following its successful launch. The series, hosted by Jonathan Ross, challenged 18 strangers to remain handcuffed to one another for as long as they could manage, to be in with a chance to win £100,000. In a divided Britain, the series set out with the hopes that pairs living in such close proximity with one another would force opposites to talk, listen and perhaps learn from each other – and it seems to have paid off as two polar opposites won the series. And that isn't all, with The Sun also reporting the series will be getting a celebrity spin-off. Radio Times has reached out to Channel 4 for comment. |
posted 4/7/2026 |
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After The Late Show With Stephen Colbert ends — as in, one day after — CBS will usher in its next era of late night programming. The network will air Comics Unleashed With Byron Allen in the 11:35 p.m. beginning May 22, followed by another Allen-produced series, the comedy game show Funny You Should Ask, at 12:35 a.m. The Late Show will sign off on May 21. Comics Unleashed has been airing in the later spot this season and also aired there during the 2023 writers and actors strikes. Notably — especially for CBS’ bottom line — Allen is buying time from the network to air the two shows, with his company, Allen Media Group, selling the available ad spots in the two hours. The change will likely see CBS turn a profit in late night. “I created and launched Comics Unleashed 20 years ago so my fellow comedians could have a platform to do what we all love — make people laugh,” Allen, founder, chairman and CEO of Allen Media Group, said in a statement. “I truly appreciate CBS’ confidence in me by picking up our two-hour comedy block of Comics Unleashed and Funny You Should Ask, because the world can never have enough laughter.” Allen has publicly expressed his interest in the 11:35 spot. “Let me be clear … if they are looking for a show, my hand is already up,” Allen said in October 2025, two and a half months after CBS announced it was ending The Late Show. “Fifty years I have been waiting for this moment, definitely I am going for it.” Comics Unleashed, hosted by Allen, features a group of comedians doing short sets on topics provided by Allen. The show is something of a hybrid between a talk show and a stand-up showcase. Jon Kelley hosts Funny You Should Ask, a game show in which two contestants answer trivia questions with input from a group of comics. Allen, Carolyn Folks, Jennifer Lucas, Jodi Miller and Peter Steen are executive producers of both shows. Dylan King also exec produces Comics Unleashed, while Bob Boden, Scott Satin and Eric Charbonnel are EPs of Funny You Should Ask. |
posted 4/7/2026 |
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Tuesday Lightning Round |
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PortalOne Continues to Evolve |
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Say hello to a new era for Tournaments, and a whole new way to compete, play, and win in PortalOne: coming on April 9! - It’s the return of the Top 10! Today, you already have daily chances to win through the Arcade Show and Quiztopia. Now, on top of that, our brand-new Tournament model brings you even MORE opportunities to play for cash prizes and rewards throughout the day and night. OG Arcadians will remember the days of Top 10 Winners - and we’re bringing it back! Some Tournaments will reward the Top 10 players with cash and prizes - as well as Top 3, Top 5 and Top 1. In fact, every single Tournament will offer either cash prizes, rewards, or a mix of both. Rewards include things like Tickets and Credits, so there’ll always be something worth playing for! - In addition, the Arcade will be a global competition: "Our vision has always been for PortalOne to become a global destination for players all around the world. With this update, that vision is truly becoming a reality! Arcadians in the US & Canada and Europe won’t only be hanging out together in Discord or Facebook communities anymore. You’ll also be facing off in the Arcade itself, with players from all regions playing in Tournaments together! (For now, this applies to Tournaments only. The Arcade Show and Quiztopia will still remain region-specific." " There’ll be lots of different Tournaments running 24/7, so even with players across multiple time zones coming together in one global system, there’ll always be something to jump into wherever you are!" - Say farewell to Leagues! With this awesome new Tournament model, we’ll be saying goodbye to the current segmented Leaderboard system and Leagues. That means you’ll be able to see all players ranked together on every Leaderboard in each Tournament! A whole new world of play This new Tournament system brings a whole new level of variety to the Arcade! Tournaments can take all kinds of different forms, with different lengths, different scoring systems, and different ways to win. Some may run for 24 hours or more, while others could last just 20 or 30 minutes. Some will focus on your single highest score, while others may reward unlimited accumulated scoring! There will always be a Tournament running in every game, so no matter which game is your favorite, there’ll always be something ready and waiting for you when you jump into the Arcade. And the best part? You can enter as many Tournaments as you like at the same time! Looking further ahead, we’re looking at tailoring some Tournaments to different experience levels. We’ll share more on that when the time comes. Updates to the Arcade Show As part of this new chapter, you’ll spot a few updates to the Arcade Show too. We’re saying goodbye to Lucky Winner for now, with Ticket allocation instead focused more on Tournaments and Single Player. As we bid farewell to Leagues, we also say goodbye to League Winner prizes, with that prize money distributed across more winners in a whole range of different Tournaments happening every day. The cash prizes in the Arcade Show will focus on Beat The Guest. Each show will have 20 Beat The Guest winners, each taking home $10 – or $20 if you have a Prize Booster activated. Remember: you can unlock Prize Boosters by playing Single Player and reaching Level 20 in each game. With islands now resetting once a week, and with TidyPop! joining the Arcade, you’ll be able to unlock up to 3 Beat The Guest Prize Boosters each week! We’re also saying goodbye to on-demand for now, while we work on ways to bring you even more shows to watch throughout the day and night. Stay tuned for more on that. * With this new system, no two days in the Arcade will feel the same! |
posted 4/6/2026 |
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Monday Lightning Round |
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BBQ Brooke |
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BBQ Brawl is back. Brooke Williamson’s role changes from judge to team captain in the culinary competition’s seventh season, which premieres Monday, May 11, on Food Network. Bobby Flay and Maneet Chauhan return to lead the other two teams throughout nine episodes, as a total of 12 pitmasters vie for the title of “Master of ‘Cue” at Star Hill Ranch in Austin, Texas. Carson Kressley returns as a judge, alongside Adrienne Cheatham and season 3 winner Rashad Jones. This season’s brawlers include Dakari Akorede (Atlanta); Morgan Bolling (Boston); Chris Farella (Fort Lee, N.J.); Raquel Fleetwood (Long Beach, Calif.); Torrece “T” Gregoire (Bristol, Va.); Vinny Mangual (Brooklyn, N.Y.); Edith Mattiuzzo (Udine, Italy); Tim McLaughlin (Dallas); Tung Nguyen (Oklahoma City, Okla.); Braunda Smith (San Antonio, Texas); Blake Stoker (Martin, Tenn.) and Bob Trudnak (Philadelphia). Similar to last season, the premiere will see the winner of the first challenge — to serve their signature flavors in a bowl — get to pick their team captain. When the rule was introduced in season 6, Flay told PEOPLE the twist changed the dynamic in a positive way. “We always want to be that person because everybody has an ego,” Flay said. “And so it kind of got turned around on us for a second, which I actually liked.” Flay, Williamson and Chauhan will then pick their teams and the trio of judges will send one competitor home. The season will conclude on Monday, July 6, when the three most successful pitmasters will “face an epic gauntlet of unknown ingredients where they must think on their feet and manage their time in a battle to be named ‘Master of ‘Cue’ and make their captain proud,” per a press release. |
posted 4/3/2026 |
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“Drag Race: Philippines” star Misua died Thursday in the Philippines. Jason Elvie Ty was widely known by their stage name Misua. The news was confirmed by World of Wonder, the production team behind the “Drag Race” franchise and show. A cause of death was not announced. Misua’s death occurred as she was set to appear in season 4 of the show which had just started filming. The queens had not yet been announced, and production has been temporarily halted on the show. In a statement, World of Wonder said, “We are heartbroken to share that Misua, a talented Queen set to appear on season four of ‘Drag Race Philippines‘ passed away in her sleep the morning of April 2. She brought light, artistry, and joy to those around her, and she will be deeply missed. We have paused production to care for and support our cast and crew during this incredibly difficult time. Our thoughts are with her family, friends, and all who loved her. We are in contact with her family who have asked for privacy during this hard time.” According to her bio, obtained by Variety, Misua, who was a beloved queen among the Filipino drag community, described herself as “a talented and deeply creative queen from Cagayan de Oro, whose drag was rooted in fashion, artistry, and self-expression. A graphic designer by profession and a performer for eight years, she is known for creating nearly every aspect of her drag herself — from her outfits, hair, and nails to props and visual content — reflecting her extraordinary creativity and eye for detail.” She added, “A proud member of Haus of LaFeya, Misua finds strength in community and in being surrounded by like-minded artists who share her passion for growth, ambition, and creativity. Her drag name, inspired by her grandfather’s comfort food, speaks to the personal and heartfelt nature of her artistry.” Her application went on to say, “Known for her striking visuals, fashion-forward perspective, and magnetic presence, Misua brings light, joy, and ambition to everyone around her. She sees herself as both a creative force and a star, with a dream of inspiring others to work hard for what they want and to hold on to their dreams.” Season 3 of the series aired last year with Maxie being crowned the winner. Khianna placed as the runner-up. “Drag Race: Philippines” was announced in October 2025 to air later this year.
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Channel 4 has confirmed that hit comedy game show Taskmaster has been renewed for a further six seasons. The Taskmaster himself, Greg Davies, and show creator Little Alex Horne will also return in their roles for Taskmaster’s New Year Treat, and the fan-favorite Taskmaster Champion of Champions. Horne said in a statement: "I’m pleased and quite stressed that I’ve got to come up with a lot more tasks for a lot more comedians but the thought of three more years in Greg’s deep embrace is soothing my little head." Meanwhile, Davies added: "I am delighted the comedian meat grinder remains open for business. I look forward to gleefully keeping it fed with the help of a small, introverted man that I own." Alongside the renewal, Channel 4 also revealed that season 19 of Taskmaster, which aired in 2025, saw the show reach new heights in its popularity, with clips from the series accumulating 165 million global views across its social platforms. The show has also surpassed over 1.4 billion global views on its official YouTube channel. The news comes with the release date for season 21 just days away, kicking off on Thursday 9 April at 9pm on Channel 4, and arriving directly afterwards on YouTube worldwide. The line-up for the new season is made up of Last One Laughing comedian Amy Gledhill, The Thick of It and The Day Today creator Armando Iannucci, Gavin & Stacey actress Joanna Page, The Masked Singer presenter Joel Dommett and Oscar-nominated Silicon Valley star Kumail Nanjiani. Horne recently set Iannucci and Dommett a special Easter task for Radio Times – with less than successful results. He has also previewed a moment involving Nanjiani in the upcoming episodes that he called a "never-before-seen Taskmaster moment". |
posted 4/2/2026 |
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A James Bond-inspired game show with an A-list host has been “shelved’”. Amazon Prime Video, who are responsible for bringing the next 007 movie to life, have given fans two seasons of Road To A Million, but there is concern there won’t be any more. The second series landed on the streaming service last summer, but now it looks like a third season could be off the cards. Road To A Million brought with it a huge A-list host, as Succession‘s Brian Cox took the helm. The show saw contestants take on a global adventure in a bid to win £1million. The challenges on the show were inspired by the James Bond films. However, according to TV Zone, there is no sign of a third season, leading to strong speculation the show has been cancelled. The Sun has reached out to Amazon for a comment. |
posted 4/2/2026 |
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An Act of G-d? |
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“American Idol” Season 9 kicked off its live shows with ratings growth as Monday’s show earning 4.86 million total viewers on both ABC and Disney+. The season’s first live show grew week-over-week in total viewers as the Top 20 performed songs of faith in celebration of Holy Week. The Season 9 episode saw an 6% increase in viewership as compared to last season’s first Monday live show and grew 11% over the show’s March 31 audience last year. To date, “American Idol” Season 9 has averaged 5.11 million total viewers, reporting year-over-year gains of 5%. The live show also ranked as the No. 1 show across broadcast and cable Monday night. American Idol postponed the results of last night’s live vote as the last twelve singers waited patiently to see if they would make it through the Songs of Faith episode. It was reported earlier this year that the ABC show was introducing live social voting and it seems to have disrupted the process. Host Ryan Seacrest revealed in the closing moments on Monday’s show that no one would leave in episode 10 because the new voting system saw “tens of millions of votes coming in at a rate we’ve never seen before”. Seacrest called it “truly unprecedented”. It was a move that clearly surprised judges Luke Bryan, Lionel Richie and Carrie Underwood. “This is the first time it’s ever happened. Believe me, I’ve been here every night. We want to make sure we get every vote counted, and every vote right. We’ll carry forward those votes, get everything verified,” he added. “At the top of next week’s show, your results will be revealed live on this stage. There you have it, America, tens of millions of votes, your top 12 will sing for your votes live all over again.” The series, which is produced by Fremantle in association with Sony Pictures Television’s 19 Entertainment, has five ways to vote: online and text, and now Instagram, Facebook and TikTok. The reported plan now is that the 12 contestants will now find out at the top of next week’s show who has been eliminated with the ten remaining going through to the 90s Judge’s Song contest. Showrunner Megan Michaels Wolflick told Deadline in January that she had wanted to do social media voting for the last five years, something that no other major entertainment show has done. “We have to meet the audience where they are. Back in 2002 when the show began, texting was the new hot thing. We also have to meet the technology where it is, as well. We want to make it as easy as possible for people to vote for their favorites, weigh in from their couch with their second screen, in real time,” she said. “If we can get Gen Alpha and Gen Z to weigh in a little bit more in the easiest way possible, that’s very exciting. It could tip the scale. Trends are always different,” she added. |
posted 4/2/2026 |
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A Second "Age" |
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Netflix has given a second season renewal to Age of Attraction after the dating reality series strongly hooked with viewers after a March 25 rookie season wrap. The premise for Netflix’s latest dating series ignores birthdates as Romeo and Juliet rely on sparks and compatibility for a connection before finally revealing their ages in the the so-called Promise Room. “Age of Attraction throws age out the window as singles search for their soulmates—but will the years come between them? In this reality dating series, connections are put to the test as participants navigate chemistry, life stages, and the question of whether love is truly ageless,” reads a synopsis from producers Velvet Hammer Media. But while age may or may not matter to the daters, Netflix has noticed audience numbers as its second season renewal follows Age of Attraction making it into the streamer’s English TV Top 10 and reaching the Top 10 in 26 countries after premiering on March 11. “We love concepts that are impossible to look away from and Age of Attraction nailed that from day one. It’s messy, it’s real and that’s what makes it fun to watch. Huge thanks to Netflix for embracing this dating experiment with us. The response has been incredible, and we’re excited to push it even further in season two,” Jennifer O’Connell and Rebecca Quinn, executive producers and co-founders of Velvet Hammer Media, said in a statement. |
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Paramount Skydance Corporation (NASDAQ: PSKY) ("Paramount") and Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. (NASDAQ: WBD) ("WBD") today announced they have entered into a definitive merger agreement under which Paramount will acquire WBD, forming a premier global media and entertainment company focused on expanding consumer choice and empowering creative talent worldwide. Under the terms of the agreement, Paramount will pay $31.00 per share in cash for all outstanding shares of WBD. The transaction has been unanimously approved by the Boards of Directors of both companies and is expected to close in Q3 2026, subject to customary closing conditions, including regulatory clearances and approval by WBD shareholders, with a vote expected in the early spring of 2026. In the event the transaction has not closed by September 30, 2026, WBD shareholders will receive a $0.25 per share "ticking fee" for each quarter (measured daily) until closing. The merger unlocks innovative and compelling storytelling opportunities across the combined company's best-in-class film and television studios, streaming and linear platforms. Together, Paramount and WBD will deliver greater choice for consumers through its leading streaming platforms with an exceptional intellectual property portfolio that has produced popular franchises such as Game of Thrones, Mission Impossible, Harry Potter, Top Gun, the DC Universe and SpongeBob SquarePants. David Ellison, Chairman and CEO of Paramount, a Skydance Corporation, said: "From the very beginning, our pursuit of Warner Bros. Discovery has been guided by a clear purpose: to honor the legacy of two iconic companies while accelerating our vision of building a next-generation media and entertainment company. By bringing together these world-class studios, our complementary streaming platforms, and the extraordinary talent behind them, we will create even greater value for audiences, partners and shareholders - and we couldn't be more excited for what's ahead." David Zaslav, President and CEO of Warner Bros. Discovery said: "I'm very pleased with the outcome we achieved for WBD shareholders and the entertainment industry. Our guiding principle throughout this process has been to secure a transaction that maximizes the value of our iconic assets and our century-old studio while delivering as much certainty as possible for our investors. We look forward to working with Paramount to complete this historic transaction." There are a few consolations. Netflix stock is up today — investors disliked the deal, preferring the streamer as it has mostly been, a finally tuned precision tool, no big complications. Netflix will also walk away with a cool $2.8 billion breakup fee from WBD (but funded by Paramount). And it forced a rival studio to pony up more cash in what will be the biggest leveraged buyout in history. The latest... |
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